Microwave Engineer

This is a full-time engineering position primarily focused on the development & production of ultrafast, (1-100GHz) opto-electronic and microwave components for use in Thorlabs line of photonic products. Thorlabs-UFO (located in Ann Arbor, MI) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Thorlabs, Inc. of Newton, NJ. This position requires someone with broad design interests that operates well in a fast-paced, start-up like environment.

Essential Job Functions (include, but are not limited to, the following)

• Conceptualize and design new, ultrafast (1GHz – 100GHz) opto-electronic devices
  e.g. Detectors, receivers, amplifiers, filters, etc.
• Prototype, develop, test & qualify new devices for use in photonics products
  This includes development of the test and qualification protocols
• Specify, set-up and run new laboratory equipment for testing
• Verify & test device designs with theoretical models and simulations
• Identify, specify & procure external components; interact with vendors
• Integrate new devices into higher level instrumentation
• Interact with other Thorlabs BU’s for device development
• Create & maintain documentation for the device development process
• Create assembly and test work instructions for production; train personnel
• Propose, negotiate & support product specifications
• Report progress with periodic summary presentations

Requirements

• 5+ years of microwave device development experience
  This includes concept, design, prototyping, testing, and qualification
• Knowledge of high frequency time & frequency domain testing to 100GHz (VNA, Spectrum Analyzer, TDR)
• Fluent with high frequency, electronic design software (e.g. ADS, Cadence, HFSS, Comsol)
• Experience with production of high-reliability and/or hermetic products a plus
• Ability to design and create custom test and data collection systems (e.g. LabView)
• Strong problem solving and design of experiment (DOE) skills
• Must have experience with data handling and analysis (e.g. MATLAB)
• Candidate must be detail oriented, highly organized, & able to document work
• Candidate must have excellent written and oral communication skills

Education:

• BS or MS in electronics engineering or related field
• Training in high frequency simulation software (e.g. HFSS) is a plus
• Any other pertinent certifications in electronics design

Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

Benefits

Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.